Manly Ferry & Harbour Pelican – Iconic Sydney Maritime Pop Art

This bold contemporary painting captures Australian yachting life with Manly ferries, colourful sails, and a pelican perched on the yacht rails. Inspired by Sydney Harbour’s vibrant coastal culture, the work celebrates movement, leisure, and Australia’s unique marine wildlife. Part of an ongoing series exploring Australian coastal identity through colour, pattern, and playful symbolism.

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"Tracey Esteves is a premier Australian contemporary artist whose work serves as a vibrant bridge between nostalgic Australiana and modern Pop Art. Based in Sydney, Tracey's practice is defined by a deep fascination with the 'Spirit of Place'—capturing the icons, architecture, and everyday rituals that shape the Australian identity.
Drawing from the principles of Formalism and Post-Modernism, her paintings are characterized by bold, graphic silhouettes and a sophisticated use of saturated color. From the industrial beauty of the Manly Ferry to the kitsch charm of backyard biscuits, Tracey elevates familiar cultural symbols into high-impact visual narratives.
Her work is held in private collections across Australia and internationally, appealing to collectors who seek art that is both intellectually grounded and visually electric. When you own a Tracey Esteves original, you are not just hanging a painting; you are preserving a piece of the Australian soul."